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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1924
Page
4
Prohibition Urged as Cure for Crime and Alcohol Abuse
An Ohio congressman attacks repeal efforts and urges strict enforcement of temperance laws. The piece argues prohibition reduces crime and sickness, criticizes wet sentiment, and calls for strong penalties on carrying and selling arms without licenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Rippling Rhymes by Walt Mason
The piece recounts the downfall of banker James Whiskers Whitebeard who looted savings, leaving tears among the elderly and ruined merchants. Sherlocks indict, trial, and imprison him for fifteen years, with lingering calls for mercy from ruined residents and a complex question of justice and forgiveness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Whiskers Whitebeard
Rascal
Sherlocks
End the Revolver to Save Lives and Stop Crime
A columnist argues gun violence stems from easy revolver access. They call for strict controls mirroring European limits, noting higher crime where arms are common and urging political action to reduce deaths and domestic harm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Hue
Waterloo brakeman goes blind after drink hootch
Report says Jaws, a Waterloo brakeman bound for Des Moines, bought a bottle of hootch in Des Moines, drank it, and is now blind. Doctors are unsure if the condition is permanent. The piece warns of hootch being made to sell for revenue rather than for safe consumption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
Jaws
Des Moines
Federal Grand Jury Probes Nationwide Mail Order Bootlegging
A special federal grand jury was empanelled in Philadelphia on orders from Washington to investigate a mail order bootlegging scheme of nationwide scope. The inquiry seeks to uncover the network and individuals involved in illicit distribution across multiple states.
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The
Associated Press
Phil
Adelphia
Federal
Washington
Iowa Builds 837 Miles Of Primary Road In 1923
Des Moines reports Iowa constructed 837 miles of primary road in 1923 along with 1,894 bridges and culverts and 409 miles of tile drains. On Dec 1, 1923 the primary road fund balance stood at 2,979,421.05 from an available 20,430,067.08 for the year. Road tax allocations break down by motor vehicle fees anticipation certificates city funds primary road bonds federal aid and special assessments. Fifty seven and one-half percent used for road construction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
Iowa Highway Commission
Highway Commission
Flashes of wit on life manners and fads
A string of pithy quips on weather, ambition, envy, love and Prohibition. Jokes touch on skiing in July, aviation danger, keeping up with neighbors, and the thrill of new lipstick and long pants fashions.
Road improvements and financing in 1923
The report outlines maintenance costs at tenths per cent, bond redemption at thirteen and six-tenths per cent, and engineering at three and one-tenths per cent. Weather slowed paving but 1923 work nearly matched 1922. State totals show 3,377.7 miles primary road, 1,260.16 miles gravel, 8.5 miles macadam surfacing, 415.6 miles paved, plus 5,400 bridges and 2,120 miles of tile drainage.
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Commissi
Republican state central committee to meet in Des Moines
Bert B. Burnquist issued a call for the Republican state central committee meeting in Des Moines on Friday and Saturday. The group will decide the date of the state convention to choose delegates to the national convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Des Moines
Republican State Central Committee
Bert B. Burnquist
Fort Dodge
Fragmented Observations on Sidewalks and Mountains
Charley Schulty notes fewer sidewalks shoveled near the square as he comments on the United States being a promised land with European echoes. A woman stops at the Mountain House and seeks great seclusion, always dressing in the dark amid the mountain peaks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charley Schulty
Prayerful Saying Warns Against Drug Use
A historical line warns that those who misuse drugs will face consequences, implying divine judgment or life danger. The fragment reflects moralizing tone regarding self harm and health risks.
Prisoners exchange odd sentences about justice and hangings
Two prisoners newly arrived at the penitentiary discuss punishments with sharp humor. One man notes a man sentenced to twenty years for burglary while he faces just three days for killing, and the other mentions being hung on the third day. A separate reminiscence recalls casual kissing and advice from a woman, highlighting social norms and conflicting perceptions.
German Beggar and Neighborly Farewell in Suburban Tale
A suburb recalls Mr Wombat once popular at home who must move after a neighbor’s moving van arrives and reveals his shame. His boy was defeated by a curls wearing foe, prompting quiet regret and a promise of a ring tomorrow. A young girl reflects on forgotten lessons while applying cold cream.
Fortunate Affliction Colorblind Man in Blues Tale
A Boston Transcript item notes a man eighty years old who is colorblind and unable to tell when he has the blues, presenting a humorous reflection on perception and mood.
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Boston Transcript
Radio Program Schedule Across Stations Tonight
A listing of tonight’s broadcasting slate from multiple stations including KDKA KHJ WEAF WJZ and more. Programs range from children’s hours and talks to concerts orchestras and dances with times spanning from 6 p m to 11:45 p m.
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Radio Digest
Associated Preas
KDKA
East
Pittsburgh
England
KFKX
Hastings
Nebr
Central
KHJ
Los Angeles
Pacific
KPO
San Francisco
KSD
St. Louis
KYW
Chicago
WBAP
Fort Worth
WDAF
Kansas City
Nighthawka
WDAP
WDAR
Philadelphia
Muae Weaf
New York
WGR
Buffalo
WGY
Schenectady
East 380
WHA
Madison
Wis
Witty jests and quips in lighthearted newsy snippets
A collection of short humorous exchanges and dialecty banter. Couples argue lightly over shared plans while waiters and teachers are joked about. Moes and Remus share a family pun about naming a newborn, and the piece includes playful threats to ignore advice and savor simple comforts.
If they cut out the middleman the cow foresees ice cream
A humorous line frames a cow claiming that eliminating the middleman will force buyers to seek ice cream directly from the animal. The quip highlights a playful inversion of typical supply chain talk with a rural, whimsical tone.
Optimist Starts Livery Stable Biz Amid Idle Banter
A series of quips and quick exchanges unfolds about fishing plans, a wife’s trip to Jamaica, and a village scene. The tone mixes wit and irony as townsfolk discuss work, worry, and personal aims while a banner proclaims an odd saying about bananas. A closing quip compares a woman to a Ford and mocks marriage advice.
Bright Lights Of Broadway at Fox Theatre
The Fox Theatre opens Wednesday for two days with Bright Lights Of Broadway a photo drama about a young woman chasing fame on New Yorks Great White Way. Starry cast includes Lowell Sherman Doris Kenyon Harrison Ford with Edmund Breese Tyrone Power Effie Shannon and Charles Murray. Sixteen Tiller Girls from the Ziegfeld Follies and the Beauty Chorus from the Hippodrome perform in cabaret scenes.
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Fox Theatre
New York
Broadway
B. F. Ziedman
Lowell Sherman
Doris Kenyon
Harrison Ford
Edmund Breese
Tyrone Power
Effie Shannon
Charles Murray
Tiller Girls
Beauty Chorus
Green Vale to Broadway Theatrical Tale Unfolds
The story begins in Green Vale New York then moves to a glittering Broadway setting in New York City. Director Webster Campbell stages a lavish production as the tale unfolds across a carnival of appearances and spectacle.
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Webster Campbell
Green Vale
New York State
Broadway
New York
Heart of Stone
Two Forms of Camphor Found in Study
Researchers report two forms of camphor exist but only one form yields solid camphor valued as a preservative for clothing against moths. The finding highlights form selection for effective mothproofing applications.
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Authority as corrective bluntly exposes vanity
Fayette Advertiser notes that giving people authority can reveal and curb excessive conceit as natural consequences play out.
Train Schedule Fragments Show Western Routes and Times
A fragmentary timetable lists westbound and westbound connections with notes on Golden State Limited No. 4 and No. 2, local passes, and freight trains. It includes agents H W Russell and J C McKay with daily operation caveats and Sunday exclusions.
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Golden State Limited
J. C. McKay
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